How i control too much hair fall ? - #20276
I'm 22 years old and unmarried. I got your information/detail. There's a lot of hair fall happening. During combing, a lot of hair is coming out from the roots. The hair is getting very thin. Plz tell me whats the reason behind and how I control on them also suggest me good supplement which easily available in Pakistan.
100% Anonymously
No sign-up needed.

Doctorsā responses
Hello,
At age 22, heavy hair fall is usually due to stress, iron deficiency thyroid issues, vitamin deficiency, dandruff, genetics.
Most causes are treatable if addressed early.
šWe have to find out the cause first
Get tests: CBC, Ferritin, Vitamin D, B12, TSH
Gentle hair care, avoid tight hairstyles & heat Eat protein-rich diet, reduce stress
šSupplements (Pakistan): Biotin 5000 mcg or Nutrifactor Biotin Plus / Dermazon; multivitamin with zinc. Iron only if low in test report.
If visible thinning; Minoxidil 2% can be considered
First and foremost find out the cause and treat the cause
I trust this helps Thank you
Hello dear See you need to have combination of both hair gain and anti dandruff medication Iam suggesting some medication and precautions Please follow them for atleast two months. They are readily available in every country Minoxidil (2% or 5%) or rosemary oil for hair gain OTC solution to be given topically Biotin- medications for growth Ketoconazole 2% (Nizoral) ā antifungal shampoo twice a day
Selenium Sulfide (Selsun Blue) ā antifungal shampoo for 1 month ( twice use) Use bhringraj or onion oil gently twice a day for both massage and nourishment In case of no improvement in 1 month, consult dermatologist for better clarification . Hopefully you recover soon Regards
1) Ketostar shampoo Apply on your wet scalp leave for 5 mins and rinse it off use twice weekly for 4 weeks 2) Tab follihair 1 tab once daily for 6 months. 3) Tab limcee 500 1 tab twice daily for 1 month.
Hello Laeeqa, thank you for sharing your concern.Excessive hair fall at your age is very common and usually reversible. Most common causes are telogen effluvium (stress, illness, weight loss), iron/vitamin deficiency, hormonal imbalance (thyroid/PCOS), or early female-pattern thinning. Here is my advise-
1. Get these tests done - CBC, Serum Ferritin, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, TSH.
2. This is the prescription - - Tab. Hairvit / Follihair / Nutrifactor Hair Skin Nails (whichever available) once daily Ć 1 month. - If dandruff, then use Ketoconazole 2% shampoo once weekly. - Use a mild shampoo 2-3 times a week. - Oil only once weekly.
3. Avoid heat styling and tight ponytails.
4. DIET FOR HAIR- Eggs, lentils, chicken, fish. Nuts & seeds (almonds, walnuts). Fruits, green vegetables. 2ā3 liters water/day.
5. See a doctor if Visible scalp widening, Irregular periods / facial hair (PCOS signs).
Review after 1 month.
Regards, Dr. Nirav Jain MBBS, DNB D.Fam.Medicine
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.
About our doctors
Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education andĀ other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.